In this episode of Talking Tech with Creatives, host Stella Oni interviews luxury business coach and strategist Elizabeth Solaru, an award-winning cake designer and expert in understanding the luxury market. Elizabeth shares her incredible journey from being a scientist and headhunter to becoming a renowned luxury cake designer, serving elite clients like billionaires and royalty. She discusses the importance of persistence, networking, and the power of personal branding in breaking into the luxury industry.

Elizabeth emphasises the critical role of technology in the luxury sector, from the use of AI and chatbots to predictive models that enhance customer experience. She provides valuable advice for small business owners and entrepreneurs on how to leverage free tools like Canva and generative AI to create strong, luxury brands even with limited resources. Elizabeth also touches on the significance of consistency, both in product quality and branding, and how this can elevate a brand to the luxury level.

Listeners will also gain insights into the legal aspects of branding, including intellectual property protection and data mining, as well as the emerging trends in automation and AI within the luxury industry. Elizabeth’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, curiosity, and strategic thinking in achieving success in both business and life.